Accident shuts down I-81

December 8, 2012

SPRING MILLS - Both Interstate 81 northbound lanes were shut down for about 90 minutes Friday morning as law enforcement and emergency crews worked to assist patients and clear the wreckage from a two-car accident. Three people were transferred by ambulance from the scene for medical treatment, according to the Berkeley County Sheriff's Department. The extent of their injuries was not known.

The accident, which took place at mile marker 21, was just one of at least seven accidents that occurred Friday, the BCSO said.

No cause has yet been determined.

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Journal photo by Rachel MolendaTraffic in both northbound lanes of Interstate 81 was at a standstill Friday morning as law enforcement and emergency personnel responded to the scene. The two-car accident shut down the road for about 90 minutes.